Jason JT Tomas, most notably known for his work with Snarky Puppy and Forq pulls no punches when he says: “A gig is a gig.” No stranger to playing with some of the greatest musicians in the world, JT dives in and dispels the rumor that one gig is better than another, why cover bands are valuable and how there’s always something to learn at every gig.

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JT Thomas Plays:

Yamaha Drums

Meinl Cymbals

Vic Firth

Evans Drumheads

Big Fat Snare Drums

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